CHROMIC CATGUT
Chromic catgut sutures are natural absorbable surgical sutures derived from the submucosal layer of sheep or goat intestines. They are treated with chromic salts to enhance their resistance to absorption, making them suitable for various surgical applications.
Product Details:
- Material: Purified collagen from sheep or goat intestines, treated with chromic salts.
- Structure: Twisted multifilament with a monofilament-like appearance.
- Color: Brown.
- Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilized.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Tensile Strength: Retains strength for approximately 14 to 21 days, providing adequate support during the critical wound healing period.
- Absorption: Complete absorption occurs between 90 to 120 days through enzymatic digestion, eliminating the need for suture removal.
- Handling Properties: Offers excellent handling, knot security, and flexibility, ensuring smooth passage through tissues with minimal trauma.
- Tissue Reaction: Elicits minimal to moderate tissue reaction, making it suitable for various tissue types.
Sizes and Technical Information:
- USP Range: Available in sizes from 5/0 to 3.
- Lengths: Suture lengths vary, commonly ranging from 76 cm to 152 cm.
- Needle Types: Offered with various needle profiles, including round-bodied, cutting edge, taper point, straight, and blunt point needles.
Ordering Information: Chromic catgut sutures are packaged in aluminum foil packets, either with or without needles, depending on surgical requirements. They are available in boxes containing 12, 24, or 36 sutures. For specific product codes, sizes, and needle configurations, visit our website or contact a Meril representative.
Please note that while chromic catgut sutures are suitable for general soft tissue approximation, obstetrics/gynecology, and gastrointestinal surgeries, they are not recommended for cardiovascular or neurological procedures. Additionally, caution is advised in patients with known sensitivities to collagen or chromium.
